The annual cost of this service is just over €200,000, primarily covering electricity expenses. The main users in the UK are elderly Irish individuals who emigrated during the latter half of the 20th century. Many of these individuals rely on LW RTÉ as an important emotional and social connection to Ireland. Internet radio is not a suitable substitute for this particular group. They are the ones who provide essential financial support to their parents and siblings through monthly remittances from the UK, lessening the burden on the State. It is disheartening to see the LW service being discontinued with only a two-week notice, preventing any organized debate on the matter. This decision reflects the dismissive attitude of RTÉ management towards the needs of Ireland’s elderly citizens residing overseas who seek to maintain contact with their homeland. Compared to the wasted funds on talent, failed shows, entertainment, and other unnecessary expenses, it would have been a small cost to keep the LW service running for another decade or so to benefit the aging Irish Diaspora. – Christopher Greenhalgh, Bearsden, Glasgow
It’s important to note that Ryan Tubridy is paid by RTÉ through his company, Tuttle Productions Limited, managed by his agent. As a limited company, it has a separate legal entity and is subject to a 12.5% corporation tax on any profits. This is not an uncommon practice, as a 2017 report revealed that seven out of the top ten highest earners in RTÉ were also using this method of payment. Taxes owed by the company and its directors are not deducted at the source but rather handled in an annual return at the end of the financial year. – Tom McElligott, Listowel, Co Kerry
While the attitude of RTÉ staff towards Ryan Tubridy’s return to his radio show is deemed a “major consideration” by the new director general, Kevin Bakhurst, what about the opinion of the listeners? Their views should also be taken into account when making the final decision. – Mattie Lennon, Blessington, Co Wicklow
Using the term “Nuremberg defense” to dismiss Noel Kelly’s argument is an exaggerated way of presenting errors of judgment as crimes against humanity. Ryan Tubridy accurately described the situation as a “humanity bypass”. – Chris Fitzpatrick, Terenure Road East, Dublin 6
The Government provided the GAA with €21.5m last year and contributed €108m to the rebuilding of Croke Park in 1993. This financial support is given in addition to funds raised through ticket sales, TV rights, sponsorship, and levies on clubs across the country. The GAA relies heavily on volunteerism, which is a valuable and unique asset. RTÉ receives €200m annually from TV licenses and is also allowed to generate advertising revenue. In 2017, they received €107m from the sale of land at their Donnybrook headquarters. Both RTÉ and the GAA depend on public funding, and their recent appearances in front of Oireachtas committees have raised concerns about their financial models. This situation leaves the paying public with little in terms of expected governance, considering the funds they contribute. – John Cuffe, Co Meath
While professional sports organizations have the right to generate profit from their assets, it is concerning to see an amateur organization like the GAA, reliant on volunteerism, combining forces with a broadcaster like RTÉ to extract more money from the public. This is an unacceptable action. – John Cuffe, Co Meath
I was pleased to hear that the GAA will accept cash payments from anyone who wishes to attend their games. This straightforward approach should be implemented as soon as possible. – John Arnold, Co Cork
Blaming the contractors for the cost over-run on the children’s hospital is misguided. It is unrealistic for them to accurately price and quote a project that is still under design. It was the responsibility of the selection process to choose the lowest tender, exposing the State to unforeseen and unquantifiable additional costs. As always, the buyer should be cautious. – David Ryan, Co Meath
An article on unborn babies highlights the importance of the father’s role and his rights, as well as the individual intelligence of the unborn and their biological separation from their mothers. This contradicts the pro-choice argument of “My body, my choice”. – Sinéad Tracey, Co Leitrim
The exodus from Northern Ireland during the July 12 celebrations is well-known, with many individuals heading south of the Border. If these celebrations were to be held in the Republic, it raises the question of where these people would go. – Peter Declan O’Halloran, Belturbet, Co Cavan
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